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To Neuter.....

Your Vet is the perfect person to ask about the merits of 'fixing' your Silky or not, but there are some basics you should know.

Neuter - refers to the male specifically - involves removal of the testicles to prevent reproduction.

The benefits of this are: Reduced incidences or elimination of marking in the house. Reduces incidences or elimination of various forms of cancer - including testicular and prostate. Neutered dogs generally are less inclined to try to escape yards and roam, thereby increasing lifespan. Eliminates possiblity of your angry neighbor arriving at the door threatening a lawsuit unless you pay for all the vet bills etc., for his females new litter - sired by YOUR dog. Best results achieved if neutered by 5 or 6 months - prior to sexual maturity.

Spay - refers to the female specifically - involves removal of the ovaries to prevent reproduction. The benefits of this are: Elimination of seasons every 5-8 months, thereby eliminating blood dripping on the carpets and furniture. Reduced incidences or elimination of various forms of cancer - including mamary. Spayed females tend to be more affectionate and stay closer to home, increasing lifespan. Eliminates possibility of unwanted litter and along with it the large vet bills, possible surgery for your female if something goes wrong, and the possibility of having to hand-feed an orphan litter every two hours around the clock just to keep them alive.

Best results achieved if spayed by 5 or 6 months - prior to sexual maturity.

Or Not To Neuter.....

If you have purchased a show quality dog because you want to compete in dog shows, don't neuter or spay. Either will eliminate your dog from being eligible to compete in most shows.

If you plan to breed your dog in the future, and are financially prepared to cope with all the resulting expenses therein, don't spay or neuter.

If your Vet determines your dog to be allergic or very susceptible to anesthetics and the operation could prove to be dangerous for your pet, don't spay or neuter.

Faithful:

With eye upraised his master's look to scan,

the joy, the solace, and the aide of man:

The rich man's guardian and the poor man's friend,

the only creature faithful to the end.

- George Crabb

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